January 20, 2014, 5:45PM

Portland electrical engineer Jason O'Mara designed a motorized, USB-powered interactive toy designed with cats in mind. He is funding the project through a Kickstarter campaign that has raised more than $141,000 so far. Full story »

November 05, 2013, 3:19PM

Ever hear of the bay cat (Pardofelis badia)? Me neither until I clicked on a link included in a Mashable email today. The bay cat is one of the world's least-known felines and someone was able to get a photo of him/her in Borneo rainforest Check out the photo and article on Discovery News. It is interesting how they captured... Full story »

October 29, 2013, 3:59AM

Halloween is the first of many holidays with specific tips to keep your pet safe. First and foremost, keep your cats inside and away from the door this Thursday. Cats are quick and can sneak out in a flash. Next think you know, your kitty will be coming home dragging a sack full of candy that you'll have to eat!... Full story »

October 21, 2013, 10:10AM

When I heard this on the radio driving to work earlier this week, I almost had to pull over. Wine for cats?! Here's the scoop from Time's online news feed: You never have to drink alone again, because now you can drink with your cats. At least in Japan you can, because a Japanese company called B&H Lifes has begun... Full story »

October 11, 2013, 8:46AM

This 2014 Cat Adoption Team calendar is beautiful. It is full of gorgeous photos of shelter cat (taken by Lamm Photography). These calendars make a great stocking stuffer, hostess gift, co-worker gift, or even blog writer gift (oh, oops not hinting at all!). For just $10 you can afford to spoil all your cat loving friends. Order yours today. (There... Full story »

October 10, 2013, 12:17PM

You can choose your favorite video, meme, or photo in the Bayer HealthCare Animal Health's Advantage® II for cats Chatty Cat Challenge. When I looked at the site, there are plenty of cute and funny photos of cats. Be sure to read the stories as well as oohing and ahhing over the photos. Go to www.chattycatchallenge.com/vote now (through October... Full story »

October 01, 2013, 4:19PM

Thank you for your patience over the past few weeks of silence from this blog. Many of you have been reading the personal stories about my cats. You know Clio passed unexpectedly of cancer. You read that I thought 2012 would be Mack's last year. Well Mack hung on for a while longer. Sleeping, purring, eating, and getting around, sort... Full story »

September 06, 2013, 5:29PM

Cat's Cradle Rescue, a local nonprofit rescue group, has just received a call out for help from a good Samaritan trying to rescue a pair of abused cats in her area. This mother and daughter pair have gone through terrible living conditions and abusive treatment, but they are still loving, friendly and have great personalities. Bitsy is the mom and... Full story »

July 24, 2013, 8:07AM

Street of Dreams has nothing on local Catios and you are invited to tour some of the most spectacular ones this coming September thanks to the Feral Cat Coalition. What is a "catio?" It is a wonderful enclosure that allows indoor kitties safe access to fresh air and outside enjoyment. Some can be as simple as a screened in... Full story »

July 19, 2013, 9:00AM

There's no escaping it, feline fur is all over the internet these days. To prove that, check out this "clowder" of cat websites. From Grumpy Kitty to Lil' Bud, the time will fly by as you chortle and giggle your way through these sites. (What is a"clowder"? Google it.) In fact, I just can't take my eyes off this one........ Full story »